Cigna Denied Your Maternity / Pregnancy Care?
Published data shows denial and appeal outcomes vary by plan, product year, denial reason, and documentation. Use this page to spot the issues to request and the evidence to gather before you decide what to submit.Sources include KFF ACA Marketplace Transparency Data, HHS OIG reports, and state insurance department filings. Aggregate rates are context, not predictions for an individual case.
Based on published government and industry research. Individual results vary based on denial type, insurer, and documentation.
Why they said no
Why Cigna Denies Maternity / Pregnancy Care
Services deemed not medically necessary (e.g., genetic testing)
Out-of-network delivery provider
Prior authorization not obtained for specialized maternity care
Cigna patterns
Cigna's Common Denial Patterns
Mass auto-denials (300,000 claims in 2 months at 1.2 seconds each)
Requiring step therapy for medications your doctor already tried
Denying claims as "experimental" despite FDA approval
What works
How to Strengthen Your Maternity / Pregnancy Care Appeal
OB-GYN letter explaining medical necessity
Documentation of high-risk pregnancy factors
ACOG guidelines supporting the specific care
Your rights
Laws That Protect You
ACA — Maternity and newborn care as Essential Health Benefits
Newborns and Mothers Health Protection Act (NMHPA)
Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act
Playbook
Tips for Appealing to Cigna
Reference the documented pattern of high-speed automated denial review and request proof of individualized physician review
Gather evidence of prior failed treatments to counter step therapy requirements
Obtain peer-reviewed studies supporting FDA-approved treatments
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This information is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal or medical advice. Statistics cited are from publicly available sources including KFF, HHS OIG, and state insurance department data. Individual results may vary. Consult a qualified professional before taking action on your specific situation.